The nurse is caring for an elderly patient admitted with nausea,vomiting,and diarrhea.Upon completing the health history,which priority concern would require collaboration with social services to address the patient's health care needs?

A) The electricity was turned off 2 days ago.
B) The water comes from the county water supply.
C) A son and family recently moved into the home.
D) The home is not furnished with a microwave oven.

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Sunny Salazar · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : A, Explanation :  Electricity is needed for refrigeration of food,and lack of electricity could have contributed to the nausea,vomiting,and diarrhea by potentially leading to food poisoning.This discussion about the patient's electrical needs can be referred to social services.The water supply,the increased number of individuals in the home,and not having a microwave may or may not be concerns but do not pertain to the current health care needs of this patient.

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